Olayiwola Matthew
Regina Daniels’ brother, Samuel Ojeogwu, popularly known as Sammy West, has regained his freedom after being arrested and charged with criminal conspiracy, trespass, assault, intimidation, and theft — offences linked to a petition reportedly filed by the actress’s estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko.
Confirming the development, Daniels took to her Instagram page on Tuesday, sharing a video and expressing excitement over her brother’s release.
“And my brother is out. So, one battle down,” she said joyfully.
It was earlier reported that the Federal Capital Territory Police Command arraigned Ojeogwu before a court in Abuja following a petition received by the FCT Metro Area Command on October 28, 2025.
He was arraigned on November 6, 2025.
According to The Nigerian Lawyer, the Abuja Magistrate Court on Monday granted Ojeogwu bail set at ₦5 million, secured by a legal team led by human rights lawyer, Marshal Abubakar.
The matter was adjourned to November 28 for further hearing.
In the video, Daniels became emotional as she reflected on the love and support she received during her brother’s detention.
She said, “Guys, do you know it’s really such a big deal to be loved by a lot of people? Wait, can I brag about that? Can I actually brag that I’m loved by so many people?
“See, the kind of love I received this period makes me emotional. I feel good. I feel good. Jokes on you, Ned, because you thought people would hate me.
“That’s something you all don’t know. I have my mothers, my fathers, my uncles, my brothers, my sisters, my friends, my fans, my online aunties and online daddies — everybody fighting for me.”
She later thanked her fans and well-wishers for their solidarity.
“Thank you, guys. I can’t even start mentioning names,” she added.
A separate video shared on Monday by activist Omoyele Sowore showed friends and well-wishers, including actress Mercy Johnson, celebrating Sammy West’s release.
The development comes amid growing tension in Daniels’ marriage.
She had recently broken down in a viral video over her brother’s detention, saying tearfully, “I will go back,” while lamenting her family’s ordeal.
Her outburst followed weeks of reports about alleged marital troubles with Nwoko, who has since denied accusations of domestic violence, blaming her behaviour on alleged drug and alcohol abuse.